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This year, enrolled Veterans of the VA health care system have several options to get a flu shot. VA now offers more options, easy access, and seamless records.
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As Americans sink under medical
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A diagnosis does so much more than get noted in your medical history. It also can help you apply for programs like Social Security Disability and medical marijuana cards. And maybe even more importantly, it can help you explain yourself to friends, colleagues and family.
New information on VA deaths at
As of now two deaths at the VA Hospital are
being investigated as homicides, and a third
death of a veteran may eventually be handled
that way. Charleston attorney Tony O’Dell has now
been hired by a sixth family that believes their
relative died under suspicious circumstances.
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VVA Report On Foreign Entities Targeting Veterans Online
American veterans and the social-media followers of veterans service organizations were specifically targeted
by the Russian Internet Agency with at least 113 ads during and after the 2016 election. This represents but
a tiny fraction of the Russian activity that targeted this community with divisive propaganda. While under the
control of foreign admins, “Vets for Trump” has also focused on fomenting hatred by using xenophobic
and Islamophobic propaganda against the Democratic women of color who are freshmen in Congress.
3 ways you can lose your Social Security benefits
There may be 50 ways to lose your lover –
and when it comes to Social Security, there
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Russian Trolls Love Targeting U.S. Veterans
Building on congressional intelligence, a new
report offers a broad view on the dirty
tricks trolls use to hook American servicemembers.
Staff shortages a 'root cause' of veteran VA
healthcare problems, watchdog tells Congress
Leaders say there are more than
43,000 VA vacancies today.
Hey Jim: Wolfe v. Wilkie CAVC - Hot Off The Press.
This is a significant case in that it is the 2nd class action case involving VA to now make it through the courts. So, there’s a roadmap in place for petitioners to bring class actions against the VA going forward—that’s a big deal.
This case went before a panel of CAVC judges, one of whom, Judge Allen, helped craft the class action rules for these type of cases. Judge Allen is a very smart guy and VA found that out in this case.
Fundamentally, VA got chastised in a previous case for denying reimbursements for non-VA emergency medical care. So, VA rewrote the regulation in such a way as to ignore what the Court previously said—the judges REALLY didn’t like that when they found out what VA had done. They particularly didn’t like VA advising veterans the exact opposite of what the law said about reimbursements in these type of cases. I invite everyone to read the second page of the opinion. Very strong and direct language is used in chastising the VA and they only brought it on themselves., for example; "It's difficult to conceive how an agency could believe that adopting a regulation that mimics the result a Federal court held to be unlawful is somehow appropriate when the statute at issue has not changed. But there is more."
VA is now on the hook for upwards of $5 to 6 Billion in previously unreimbursed costs.
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for veterans' emergency room care, a decision that may
be worth billions"All of this is unacceptable," said
an appeals court in a decision that plaintiffs'
attorneys say may yield up to $6.5 billion for veterans.
Union employees are allowed to smoke outdoors
in designated areas provided by the VA,
per the union's 2008 contract with the agency.
(Unnamed veteran says, "Let the AFGE people
smoke, in the long run there'll be fewer of them!")
Veterans Psych Evaluations
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As an expert in psychological evaluations, Dr. Valette
provides Independent Medical Evaluations (IME),
Independent Medical Opinions (IMO), nexus letters,
ratings reviews for all psychological conditions.
Some Wounds Can't Be Seen
'How To Lie With Statistics'
Other-than-honorable discharge?
You’re still eligible for VA mental health care
Get your VA medical records online
Our online tools can help you view, organize,
and share your VA medical records and personal
health information. Find out if you’re eligible
and how to sign in to start using these tools.
your disability claim
If you’ve filed a claim for disability compensation, you can continue uploading more evidence for up to one year to support your claim. Evidence may include supporting documents like medical test results, doctor’s reports, and other records. Upload your evidence online now.
Overpayment? VA proposing to claw back
money from your benefits? Submit a Compromise Offer to the Debt Management Center.
The Schedule For Rating Disabilities
If you're thinking of filing a claim or initiating an appeal of a denied claim, this is your new best friend. The details of exactly what you need to meet a rating are here and in use every day. Yes, it's complex. Yes, it's cumbersome. Yes, knowing how to use The Schedule is a necessity if you want to file a successful claim. Go for it!
Vets being duped by Social Security rumor mill
Owe VA Money???
To Loneliness And Isolation For Seniors
Did you know that hearing loss and tinnitus are the
most commonly rated veterans disabilities? Did you
know that hearing loss and tinnitus can cause
other secondary conditions, particularly mental
health problems like depression and loneliness?
Why You Need An IMO!
VETERANS BENEFITS ADMINISTRATION
Accuracy of Claims Decisions Involving Conditions of the Spine
The OIG determined that VBA incorrectly processed more than half of the 62,500 veterans’ claims.
Processing errors included improper evaluations, missed secondary conditions,
and evaluations based on inadequate exams.
Thinking of Filing a VA Disability Claim?
You need an IMO...Here's why;
We propose that veterans who are filing claims
take charge of the process, avoiding the flawed C & P exam report by having their own Independent Medical Opinion and DBQs completed by expert doctors who
are not employees of the VA. Although this brings about
an expense the veteran must bear, we believe that
any out of pocket expense is an investment toward
a faster claims resolution and is thus justified.
Keep Reading...
The 5 Best Perks of Social Security
Chances are that Social Security has your
back in more ways than you realize.
An Early Look at Social Security's 2020 COLA
Here's how much of a raise seniors (and veterans)
might receive next year.
Three St. Mary’s County Family Members
Over $820,000 In V.A. Benefits Fraud Scheme
The five-count indictment alleges that Farr served as the organizer of a conspiracy in which she submitted false and fraudulent documents to the Department of Veterans Affairs (“VA”) claiming that Farr, her then-husband, Michael Pace, and her father, Individual 1, were homebound and required full-time assistance and disability compensation.
It Could Reduce Your Social Security Benefits
Think twice before taking on certain loans.
How to get Social Security disability
Getting Social Security disability benefits when you’re unable to work can be challenging. Last year, more
than 2 million people applied for Social Security
disability benefits, but two-thirds of them
were denied, because most applicants fail to prove
that they’re disabled and can’t work. Here are some
steps you can take that can help improve your odds.
Answers to the top five questions about urgent care
How to download VA benefit letters
To receive some benefits, Veterans need a letter proving their status. Access and download your VA Benefit Summary Letter (sometimes called a VA award letter) and other benefit letters and documents online.
What You Should Know about Disability and Debt
There Are Protections...When it comes to debt collection, disability income enjoys special status.
Medical Marijuana Card
Tell the doctor you saw it on VAWatchdog
and ask about veterans discounts!
Government Accountability Office
Focus Needed to Prevent Disqualified Providers from Delivering Patient Care
Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment
Additional information needed to support claim
Direct Deposit - May I apply by telephone?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Launchpad
App for Veterans (VA Launchpad) contains select VA applications (apps) for Veterans and their Caregivers.
New apps will automatically appear in the VA Launchpad when they become available. Organizing VA health information and resources into five categories, it quickly accesses and launches the VA app of your choice. With VA Launchpad, VA intends to save you time and help you better integrate available VA apps into your life.
4 Facts About Your Social Security
Benefits You May Not Know
Arming yourself with knowledge about the
complicated benefits process will
help you better prepare for retirement.
Military Records DD 214
Official Military Personnel Files (OMPFs)
Official Personnel Folders (OPF)
Can VA Disability Compensation Be Used
to Calculate Child Support or Income?
Veterans' disability benefits are compensation for
the veteran's impaired earning capacity and are intended to "provide reasonable and adequate compensation for disabled veterans and their families." They are not supposed to be for the sole support of the veteran, but can be counted in child support calculations to provide for the veteran's dependents as well. If the veteran wasn't disabled, he would be earning an income upon which the court would base child support; since disability benefits replace that income, child support can be based upon it.
If you are an honorably discharged veteran, you served your country well and you earned
certain benefits. Sad to say, sometimes it can be difficult for the veteran to obtain the earned
benefits guaranteed by law. Veterans need a recognized medical expert who knows the VA
system. As a disabled veteran himself and a respected, board certified physician, Dr. Bash fits the
need—and adds even further insight as a VA-accredited service organization representative.
Call 925-381-7561 Email drbash@doctor.com
The American Veteran Experience
and the Post-9/11 Generation
For many veterans, combat experiences
strengthened them personally but also
made the transition to civilian life difficult
Presumptive Benefits...what are they?
When you claim that a disabling condition is caused by military service, you have to prove that allegation.
Or do you?
Social Security’s Wounded Warriors website
We’re there to provide comfort during difficult times
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Urgent Care Centers
One of the most important benefits you have today is
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The moment that you file a claim someone will be waiting to schedule you for a Compensation and Pension (C & P) Exam.
The C & P exam is the precise point where so many claims go south. The C & P examiner is often not qualified to render an opinion of the condition in front of them. I recently received an email from a veteran who I had advised to file a claim for his carotid artery disease as secondary to his service connected diabetes. His claim was denied because the C & P examiner opined that there was no medical evidence that diabetes caused or contributed to carotid artery disease. That it is well known that diabetes is a leading cause of atherosclerosis didn't phase anyone at VA and now we have to have a doctor and a lawyer get involved in a lengthy appeal.
Think about it...the veteran was denied service connection because the VA examiner reported that there is no medical evidence that diabetes causes carotid artery disease. Now read this.
Months ago when I first advised the veteran to file the claim for a secondary condition, I didn't advise him to get an IMO. I couldn't have believed that VA would deny a vascular condition as secondary to DMII...it defies all logic. But here we are and it's become very apparent that if you want to avoid an appeal, you'll get an IMO as you file the initial claim.
The report above is a confirmation of this...the VA does a very poor job of C & P exams. Avoid the fuss of an appeal...get an IMO.
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Jim Strickland is a Vietnam era Army veteran and nationally recognized expert on VA disability benefits
and a member of the Stateside Legal Website Advisory Board. Jim's Mailbag, is a regular column where veterans,
servicemembers, and family members can ask Jim their questions about VA and Social Security disability benefits.
You can browse all of these Q&As here, and search the Jim's Mailbag archives for helpful answers.
Email Jim your question for a quick and confidential reply. jim912@gmail.com
Everything you ever wanted to know about how
the VA benefits system works but were afraid to ask.
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Scheduled For A C & P??? Filing A Claim?
This is a must read for you!!!
I've been posting this again and again over the years
and it's still one of the best ways I know to win
your case. Published in 2002 the principles and much of
the verbiage still applies and is in daily use at the VA.
It's Your Right To See Your Medical Records.
It Shouldn't Be This Hard To Do
At a time when many insurers and health information technology companies are busily assembling databases
of hundreds of millions of medical records, Americans
find it difficult to get access to their own.
How to Fight VA Debt
Military members know that when DoD gives
you too much money, it will come back for it.
The VA is similar, but the system is worse.